Walking Iris (Trimezia Martinicensis) is a perennial bulb in the Iridaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun or partial shade light in USDA hardiness zones 9-11. This plant is safe for cats and dogs. It can be grown indoors.

Trimezia martinicensis is a perennial bulbous plant known for its striking yellow flowers and grass-like foliage, native to South America and the West Indies but widely naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions.

Walking Iris

Walking Iris

Trimezia Martinicensis

Trimezia martinicensis is a perennial bulbous plant known for its striking yellow flowers and grass-like foliage, native to South America and the West Indies but widely naturalized in tropical and subtropical regions.

Quick Facts

Type
bulb
Lifecycle
perennial
Care Difficulty
Easy
Water Needs
Moderate
Light
Full Sun, Partial Shade
Hardiness Zones
9-11

Safety

🐕
Pet Safe
👶
Child Safe
Non-Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:loamy, sandy, peaty
Indoor:Yes
Outdoor:Yes
Garden Use:groundcover, specimen, naturalizing

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Walking Iris

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Iridaceae
Genus:Trimezia